Panasonic Ew Bw30 Operating Instructions

Before operating this device, please read these instructions completely and 
save this manual for future use.
Antes de utilizar este dispositivo, lea completamente estas instrucciones y 
conserve este manual para futura referencia.
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Operating	Instructions
Instrucciones	de	Uso
Wrist	Blood 	Pressure 	MonitorMonitor 	de 	presión 	arterial 	de 	muñeca
Model	No./Nº	de	Modelo	EW-BW30 

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Panasonic Oscillometric Diagnostec™ Automatic Wrist Blood Pressure 
Monitor Model EW-BW30 is a device intended to measure systolic 
and diastolic blood pressure and pulse rate of an adult individual by 
using a pressurized cuff on the wrist. The device is not intended for 
use on neonatal, infants and children. The device is designed for home 
use only, not for ambulatory measurement (measurement recorded 
continuously during the day).
Specifications of this device are listed in page 31.
Blood...

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	Table	of	Contents
Introduction  ........................................................................\
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Basics of Blood Pressure   ........................................................................\
  3
Important Instructions Before Use   ...........................................................  4
Precautions to Ensure Safe, Reliable Operation   ..................................... 6
Easily Check Your Blood Pressure Readings Against 
the JNC 7*...

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	Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Panasonic Automatic Wrist Blood Pressure 
Monitor EW-BW30.
Measuring your own blood pressure is an important way of monitoring 
your health. High blood pressure (hypertension) is a major health problem 
which can be treated effectively once detected. Measuring your blood 
pressure between doctor visits on a regular basis in the comfort of your 
home, and keeping a record of the measurements, will help you monitor 
any significant changes in your blood...

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	Important	Instructions	Before	Use
1.  Do not confuse self-monitoring with self-diagnosis. Blood pressure 
measurements should only be interpreted by a health care 
professional who is familiar with your medical history.
2.   If you are taking medication, consult with your physician to deter

mine 
the most appropriate time to measure your blood pressure. NEVER 
change a prescribed medication without first consulting with your 
physician.
3.   For persons with irregular or unstable circulation...

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this is not possible, however, try to take measurements at a specified 
time prior to breakfast, and before you have become active. You 
should relax for about 5 minutes before taking the measurement.
The following situations may cause substantial variations in blood 
pressure readings and should therefore be avoided at least 
30 minutes pr
 ior to taking your blood pressure. 
Blood pressure will be higher than usual:
- when you are excited or tense
- when you are taking a bath
- during...

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g. Do not short-circuit batteries.
h.  Do not attempt to recharge the batteries included with the unit.
12.  Please remove the cuff if abnormal operation, such as prolonged 
overinflation, is observed.
  Differences in Blood Pressure Values Measured at the Wrist Versus at 
the Upper Arm 
For persons with peripheral circulatory disorders* resulting from 
diabetes, liver or kidney disease, arteriosclerosis or hypertension, etc., 
there may be variations in blood pressure values measured at the...

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Easily	Check	 Your	Blood	Pressure	Readings	
Against	the	JNC	7*	Classification
90
100
80 160140120
Stage 2 Hypertension SBP 165DBP 105
Blood Pressure Categories
e.g.:
e.g.:
e.g.
:
e.g.:
Stage 1 Hypertension SBP 150
DBP  95
Prehypertension SBP 130 DBP  85
Normal SBP 115 DBP  75
Systolic Blood Pressure (SBP)
Diastolic Blood Pressure (DBP)
If the two blood pressure measurements (systolic, diastolic) fall into 
separate categories, your level is classified in the higher of the two 
categories. For...

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	Diagram	of	the	Device
* Only use alkaline batteries.
Body
Off/On Start button
Storage	caseCan also be used as an armrest.
Memory/Recall button Positioning mark
 
Pressure cuff
Display
Battery cover
View	from	 Top
Set button Adjust button
Wrist height sensor lamp
Wrist height button
Graph button
AM/PM comparison  button
This product includes:
Main unit
Storage case
Batteries
Operating Instructions
Guarantee card
*  Specifications of the product or parts may be changed without pr

ior 
notice.
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	Inserting/Replacing	Batteries
*Always	use	alkaline	batteries.	(2	AAA-size	LR03	alkaline	batteries)
When replacing batteries, always use 2 fresh alkaline batteries 
of the same type from the same manufacturer, and replace them 
simultaneously.
1.	 Remove	the	device	from	the	storage	 case.	
Insert	the 	batteries.
(1)  Slide the battery cover open as shown in 
the diagram.
(2)  Insert the two batter

ies making sure that 
they are aligned correctly (+/–).
2.	 Slide	the	battery	cover	shut	until	it...